Aryaveer Sehwag Shines with 160 Runs in U-19 Asia Cup Against UAE
Aryaveer Sehwag impresses with a stellar 160 runs, leading India to victory against UAE in the U-19 Asia Cup.
Al Amirat, November 10 (Daily Kiran) : Aryaveer Sehwag delivered an explosive performance in the U-19 Asia Cup 2026 on Tuesday, scoring 160 runs against the UAE. Emulating his father, Virender Sehwag, he struck 7 sixes and 17 fours off 168 balls.
The match took place at Al Amirat Cricket Ground, where India opted to bat after losing the toss. Opening alongside captain Lakshya Raichandani, Aryaveer contributed to a solid start, adding 62 runs in an 83-ball partnership.
Raichandani managed 17 runs from 32 balls before departing, but Aryaveer continued to build momentum. He formed a significant partnership of 193 runs for the second wicket with VK Vineet, who scored 67 runs off 69 balls, including 3 sixes and as many fours, helping the team reach a total of 255.
Aryaveer’s innings came to a close after a brilliant display, while UAE’s Nasim Khan stood out with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 48 runs in 10 overs. Hidayatullah Khan, Noorullah Ayobi, and captain Ayan Misbah each claimed one wicket.
Earlier in the tournament, Aryaveer played a crucial role in India’s 10-wicket victory over Nepal, scoring an unbeaten 70 runs off 52 balls. He also contributed 22 runs against Pakistan, although India lost that match. With this win against the UAE, India aims to secure a spot in the semi-finals of Group A.
